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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Newest Toys For You has posted images of the gold masked, Cobra Viper leader from the cancelled Cobra Viper 5-pack. This set was supposed to be exclusive to Toys 'R' Us, but was canceled. In it's place is an upcoming pack with Footloose, the other figures in that pack are currently unknown.

As most fans prefer the retooled Viper with "fixed" hands, and chrome helmet(as seen in the Cobra 5-pack and Hall of Heroes wave), could this set see the light of day eventually, but with the retooled Vipers instead? The retooled Viper is a very popular army builder, with fans sometimes buying the 5-packs just for the Viper.

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Read More: Cancelled Modern Era Gold Masked Cobra Viper Leader Surfaces @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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HISS Tank.com boards member the-hunter has gotten his hands on an alpha vehicle from G.I. Joe Rise of Cobra; the Armored Panther with Sgt. Thunderblast. In addition, he has shown images comparing Sgt. Thunderblast to the original Thunder, from the G.I. Joe A Real American Hero.

Could the Slugger, Thunder's original vehicle, see release in the movie line? It could possibly fit into a bravo vehicle box, and was last used in the late 90's.

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Read More: G.I. Joe Rise Of Cobra Armored Panther With Movie Thunder VS Vintage Thunder @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Pocket Gamer was able to get their hands on the G.I. Joe Rise of Cobra video game for the Nintendo DS and has posted their thoughts about it:

In terms of the gameplay, the missions are fairly straightforward, with sub-objectives - such as destroying anti-aircraft missiles, or computers - and an overall 'get to the end of the level' goal.

To do this, you'll have to take on dozens of generic enemies, who will continue to spawn from their barracks until you destroy them. Harder opponents include mini-turrets and vehicles, plus various sub and main Cobra bosses.

The game has several multiplayer modes too, including Team Battle, a Capture the Flag mode called Warhead, and Defend the Base. Up to four players are supported and character choices are extended with the addition of five Cobra baddies.


The Nintendo DS version of the game is the most unique, utilizing capabilities central to the DS, playing from different perspective. Backbone Entertainment is handling development of this game, and between now and August, changes may be implemented to improve gameplay.

Read More: G.I. Joe Rise Of Cobra Video Game For Nintendo DS Hands On Report @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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HISS Tank.com boards member Raginspoon has reviewed the long awaited Modern Era wave 5 vehicles(sans Ghost H.A.W.K.). The new vehicles included in this wave are:

• Arctic H.I.S.S. Tank
• FLAK Cannon VS Cobra C.L.A.W.
• Cobra Stinger

Click on the discuss button below to see how these vehicles along with their drivers turned out!

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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A while back at HISS Tank.com, we revealed new images of an all new helicopter bearing some resemblance to the Dragonfly. A new version of Wild Bill, presumably from G.I. Joe Resolute was shown with it. This version of Wild Bill also matches his appearance in the G.I. Joe Rise of Cobra video game. Hasbro had mentioned that we would be getting new vehicles based on the classic designs, a few weeks back.

Well it looks like this might be the first. Kmart has a new listing for a bravo vehicle; the Dragonhawk Helicopter with Wild Bill. While they have actually put up a picture of the Cobra Gunship with Wild Weasel, through deductive reasoning we can pretty much tell what the listing is really for.

Paying homage to the Dragonfly, while combining aspects of both the AH-1 Cobra and AH-64 Apache, the Dragonhawk also integrates internal missle launchers, reminiscent of the Commanche. With futuristic styling, this helicopter can fit in both the Resolute and movie lines. This might even be Wild Bill's vehicle in the game, as some vehicles in Resolute, such as the H.I.S.S. Tank, appear in the movie game. Could more vehicles from Resolute make their way into the movie line? After the series aired, one thing was certain; fans want Resolute vehicles!

Unlike the Dragonfly, the Dragonhawk only fits 1 figure. Click on the title bar to see more!

Read More: G.I. Joe Rise Of Cobra Dragonhawk With Wild Bill @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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HISS Tank.com boards member FireFly007 has posted new images of a currently unknown figure from G.I. Joe Rise of Cobra. A mix of reused parts from the Ice Viper, and new parts, this figure could be from G.I. Joe, Cobra, or it could even be a M.A.R.S. soldier. Maybe even another Snake Eyes variant.

Comparisons are shown with other figures, including:

• Ice Viper
• Beachhead
• Frostbite
• Firefly
• Shockwave

Click on the title bar to see more images of this figure!

Read More: G.I. Joe Rise Of Cobra Arctic Trooper New Images @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Could the mystery of the G.I. Joe Rise of Cobra Kmart exclusive(s) be solved? Handy Toy has posted new information and images of familiar, desert/subdued camo figures:

• Duke
• Heavy Duty
• Neo Viper
• M.A.R.S. Officer

This time around, these figures are said to be part of an exclusive 4 pack to Kmart stores. Kmart was confirmed to be receiving exclusive G.I. Joe Rise of Cobra toys, and it's quite possible that this is their exclusive. Confirmation is pending, but until then, click on the title bar to see more!

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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The G.I. Joe Collector's Club has revealed images of the Crimson Strike Team, utilizing 25th Anniversary figure molds, and the exclusive set for JoeCon 2009. The team consists of:

• Tomax
• Xamot
• The Baroness
• Cobra Vipers

Click on the title bar to see them all!

Read More: JoeCon 2009 Crimson Strike Team Figures Revealed @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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All GI Joe 25th Anniversary Figures are now on sale at 20% off current
pricing. Other than the new Hall of Heroes series, everything else that
is in stock is included in the sale: Figures, Vehicles, Mighty Muggs,
Combat Heroes, 12", ARAH, Boxed Sets, Exclusives and more. We need to
make some room in the warehouse for a slew of new GI Joe Movie product so
here is a great chance to build your forces at 20% off current pricing.
This sale will run for around 1 week or while supplies last.
GI Joe 25th Anniversary & Classics Toys, Action Figures, and Collectibles at BigBadToyStore

To view the complete BBTS News Letter click the Title Bar.

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Originally posted by: TTT @ Hisstank.com

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HISS Tank.com member Daremo not only makes custom scale size authentic ninja weapons & accessories, he also perfected a technique not seen often in Joe/1:18 scale customs.
He is the undisputed Hisstank's ninja 鍛冶.
Click the Discuss button for all the pics & details !
ENJOY !!!

Read More: G.I. Joe Modern Era Ninja With Removable Mask Custom By Daremo @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Tffans has posted images of Sigma 6 2.5" scale vehicles that were cancelled in 2007. These vehicles include:

• Iron Hammer Mech repaint
• G.I. Joe Fighter Jet with Barrel Roll

With the 5th anniversary of Sigma 6 next year, will Hasbro celebrate it with new products, or possibly release these canceled vehicles?

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Before Channing Tatum was cast as Duke for G.I. Joe Rise of Cobra, another actor was considered to take the role. Jared Padalecki, one of the stars from the TV show Supernatural, turned down the role, as reported by SundayMercury:

He admitted his commitment to the role, which films in and around Vancouver for nine months of the year, has already cost him the lead in GI Joe, the sci-fi summer blockbuster inspired by the action figures that is now starring Channing Tatum.

"It is weird because on the one hand I couldn't do it because I was doing Supernatural, but if I hadn't been doing Supernatural who knows if I would have gotten offered GI Joe.

"It would have been great but then what, you still have to keep working. I'll get it when its time. I think so many people set goals and then get frustrated when something doesn't happen, but I feel like this is a marathon, not a sprint."

G.I. Joe Rise of Cobra premieres on August 7th.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Tffans has posted images of items that were supposed to be released as part of the Spytroops line in 2003. These items consisted of 12" battle packs, and were planned as exclusives to Sam's Club.

The canceled Operation Sand Runner set included:

• Beachhead
• Destro
• Army Ranger Attack Cycle
• R.F.V.

The Raging Rapids Getaway set included:

• Shipwreck
• Hydroplane
• Cobra Moray
• Hoverstrike

Thanks to HISS Tank.com admin C.I.A.D. for the background information on these items! Click on the title bar to see what could have been!

Read More: A Glimpse At Rare Spytroops Items @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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HISS Tank.com boards member Gyre-Viper has gotten his hands on a G.I. Joe Resolute Scarlett! Scarlett was planned for release in Modern Era waves 15-16. Sadly, we didn't see this figure hit shelves, but it still might make it later on.

Gyre-Viper has taken photos of the picture from all angles. It's evident in these images that this figure has improvements over previous Scarletts:

• Ability to sit convincingly
• Double jointed knees

This may very well have been the best Scarlett figure in the Modern Era line. In addition to Scarlett, Gyre-Viper also got his hands on Destro testshots from the G.I. Joe Rise of Cobra line.

Could we see this version of Scarlett released later on, in movie packaging, or another way, such as Resolute packaging? It's anyone's guess at this point. Two things are for certain; an improved Scarlett figure was in demand, and Resolute was popular enough for fans to want this specific figure. Click on the title bar to see more!

Read More: All New G.I. Joe Resolute Scarlett Images @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Video Games | G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra | E3 09: DS Debut Trailer
XBox 360 | Playstation 3 | Nintendo Wii

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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G.I. Joe: Cobra #4

Christos Gage, Mike Costa (w) • Antonio Fuso (a) • Howard Chaykin, Antonio Fuso (c)

The shattering conclusion! Chuckles has sacrificed everything to get into a position where he can bring Cobra down from within. Now that he's finally there, will he succeed in destroying Cobra… or himself?

Click on the discuss button below to check out the 5 page preview!

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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HISS Tank.com boards member BILL has gotten a hold of a set nearly everyone is awaiting preorders for, the Assault on Cobra Island 7 pack! This pack includes:

• Chuckles
• Recondo
• Wet-Suit
• Outback
• Hit & Run
• Zap
• Ripcord who is listed as SPC. Altitude, but we all know who this figure really is.

BILL has taken images of all of these figures, click on the title bar to check all of them out!

Read More: Assault On Cobra Island All New Images @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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HISS Tank.com boards member ninjapleazee has gotten his hands on Monkeywrench, a figure from one of the G.I. Joe Rise of Cobra offscreen packs. These offscreen packs will be exclusive to Walmart, and include tattoos of the G.I. Joe team movie logo, and Arashikage Clan symbol.

To view a complete breakdown of the parts used to make this figure, click on the discuss button below!

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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If I choose your character as my mascot you could win up to $200 in GI Joe product from my store! Woohoo!

Check out our sites, shop for Joe, and submit your best Wizard artwork for the contest.....most importantly HAVE FUN!

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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HISS Tank.com boards member destiny has posted his images of the Reactive Impact Armor Duke figure. This is not the only figure with Reactive Impact Armor, as Ripcord will ship later with the same armor.

This is the 2nd Duke figure in the line, as the 1st one is a version of Duke prior to joining the G.I. Joe team. Click on the title bar to see more!

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Newest Toys For You has posted new images of Destro from G.I. Joe Resolute. This figure comes with an interchangeable robotic arm, and guns. This is another figure that fans wanted, but unfortunately, did not make it into the Modern Era line.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Newest Toys For You has posted new images of the following G.I. Joe Rise of Cobra figures:

• PIT Commando
• Destro repaint

The PIT Commando is one of the most versatile G.I. Joe troop builders shown from the movie line. This figure, despite being an anonymous troop builder, is one of the most highly anticipated Joes from the movie line. With various ways to integrate the accessories, this figure is already shaping up to be a very, very popular troop builder. Will it be a Steel Brigade figure, a guard in the PIT, or backup for the G.I. Joe team? It's all up to you!

The repaint of Destro is shown with his configurable weapons; fitting for the head of M.A.R.S., and a first for a Destro figure.

Click on the title bar to see more!

Read More: New G.I. Joe Rise Of Cobra PIT Commando And Destro Repaint Images @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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G.I. Joe Origins #4 has been reviewed. The latest installment in this series shows the Joe team coming together in battle, now we see how the team functions in battle! See how Chimera deals with threats and pressure! Check out another version of Snake Eyes that might delight the talented customizers in our community!

One Joe is cornered, deaths occur to both bad and innocent alike, and goodbye admiring a face in the mirror! How did this issue turn out? Click on the discuss button below to check out the review!

Read More: IDW G.I. Joe Origins 4 Reviewed @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: C.I.A.D. @ Hisstank.com

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Our friends at ACToys have posted up new pictures of the upcoming G.I.Joe Rise of Cobra Nitro-Viper figure.

Pictured in different colors than shown in the past, this is a figure that many have noted that they want to add to their collections. Will that thought change now? Is this a production figure or just a fan custom?

You can join in on the discussion already in progress by hitting the discuss button below.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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HISS Tank.com boards member BILL has posted images of the troop builders from the Defense Of Cobra Island 7 pack, which include:

• Alley Viper
• Range Viper
• Night Creeper
• Strato Viper listed as Air Viper
• Cobra Lamprey
• B.A.T.(battle damaged)

In addition, BILL has provided feedback for each figure. Click on the title bar to see more images of these troopers!

Read More: Defense Of Cobra Island Troop Builders Feedback @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.